JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Sheep Industry of Territorial New Mexico: Livestock, Land, and Dollars by Jon M. Wallace (review).

  • Published In: Southwestern Historical Quarterly, 2025, v. 128, n. 4. P. 472 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Miller, Michael M. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the development of the sheep industry in New Mexico prior to its statehood in 1912, highlighting its historical significance compared to the more commonly celebrated cattle industry. It details the origins of sheep husbandry from the Spanish Empire, the establishment of class structures among the elite families, and the labor dynamics involving various groups, including mestizos and enslaved individuals. The narrative also explores the impact of American expansion and capitalism on the sheep business, illustrating how it shaped New Mexico's social and economic landscape. Ultimately, the author emphasizes the lasting influence of the sheep industry in integrating New Mexico into the broader U.S. economy. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Southwestern Historical Quarterly. 2025/04, Vol. 128, Issue 4, p472
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0038-478X
  • DOI:10.1353/swh.2025.a964781
  • Accession Number:186646742
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